The Amateur Boat Builders Association (ABBA) is a community of passionate boat builders and restorers, utilising timber, aluminium, fibreglass and other materials. About half the members currently have projects under way, ranging from dinghies to ocean going yachts and historic rebuilds. Others have either completed boats, are restoring classics or just have an interest in things nautical. Owning a boat is not a requirement to join, just a desire to enjoy, share and promote an appreciation of boats of all shapes and sizes. ABBA was incorporated in 1972. Applecross, WA Australia

The Australian Model Ship Society (AMSS) formed in 1984, is a Perth, Western Australian, based group of marine hobby enthusiasts. Our members have fully operational radio controlled yachts, steamboats and powerboats, either working scale models or built specifically for racing. Others have static models, "stand off" or near scale models and some have interesting models of marine engines and ships. We have some highly gifted members who are experienced in metal working and machining whose skills have been used in the building of operational marine steam engines and boiler plant. On days suited to this type of watercraft a variety of steam driven models may be seen plying our sailing waters. Competitions for both sail and powered craft are held monthly. Perth, Western Australia

BoatingWA - representing all recreational boaters in Western Australia. Boating Western Australia is a non profit association, established for the promotion and development of safe, economic and enjoyable recreational boating throughout Western Australia. It was established by ordinary boaters to assist with the needs of those interested in boating so that they may have a central body to relate to in matters of common interest, social contact and the acquisition of further knowledge about boating and associated activities. Membership is available to all those who enjoy recreational boating. South Fremantle, Western Australia

The club's membership encompasses people from all walks of life who are interested in any form of on-water activity. In addition to senior membership, the club has a large contingent of social members who are just looking for a safe environment to enjoy the club's relaxing atmosphere with friends and loved ones, or to enjoy one of the many functions the club runs throughout the year. We have a long and proud history of fostering sailing and power-boating activity (something we’ve done since 1905) in a family-oriented environment. Claremont, Western Australia

Whether you're a social boatie, keen fisherman, sailor or just love being out on the water with friends you'll find our great location and extensive facilities hard to beat. With 5 floating launching ramps, 8 boat wash down bays, a fish cleaning station and secured parking you'll experience every convenience. Cockburn Power Boats has a long history that dates back to 1961 with a move to our current location and the opening of the new clubhouse in 1983. Since then the club has undertaken many upgrades and refurbishments including the introduction of our floating pens and jetties in 2009 and more recent pen extensions in 2018 and 19. And, we have even more exciting plans on our radar! Cove Coogee, WA Australia

The Dunsborough Bay Yacht Club was incorporated by twenty founding members early in two thousand and one. They had as their mission statement to: Always encourage harmony and goodwill to all members, young and old, both on and off the water. Furthermore to become in time a fully operational sailing club involved in all aspects of the sailing fraternity. Dunsborough, WA Australia

Founded in 1933, the club offers racing, sail training for juniors and adults, power boat efficiency courses, a gymnasium, dining facility and social activities. We are not just a sailing club! This family club located on the banks of the Swan River since 1933, is a hub that locals turn to for a memorable time not just for sailing. While sailors of all ages and abilities are welcome, members can enjoy the additional benefits of world class training, regular racing and of course the exclusive access to the EFYC bar, restaurant, gymnasium, sauna, pens and mooring. East Fremantle, Western Australia

The Esperance Bay Yacht Club is located on the southern coast of Western Australia, just west of the Great Australian Bight and has the Recherche Archipelago on its doorstep. Situated on the foreshore in the heart of Esperance, the Esperance Bay Yacht Club is a family oriented, vibrant and friendly club and a paradise for sailors of all ages. Esperance has ideal sailing conditions with invigorating breezes in the summertime mostly from the southeast. The surrounding islands offer first-rate island racing and excellent cruising. The club has a marina, hard stand, ample parking, bar and dining with views across the Esperance Bay and facilities for private and business functions. The Esperance Bay Yacht Club is a dynamic club committed to the enjoyment of sailing and ensuring that the sport of sailing is available to everyone. Esperance, WA Australia

We mainly race the Windrush 14 catamaran but other classes are welcomed (and handicapped accordingly!). Sailing in Exmouth Gulf is safe and convenient as long as one pays attention to the tides and weather forecast. Racing occurs throughout the year every second Sunday and most races are held in the gulf just off from the EYC itself. The club could not survive and thrive without new members so anyone interested in the chance to sail a catamaran, whether as crew or skipper, should come along on race day for some good fun and sport! Exmouth WA Australia

A club that offers racing, cruising, power yacht competitions, fishing, social events, and learn to sail classes. Fremantle Sailing Club is a not for profit sporting organisation that plays a key role in the Western Australian maritime community. It is the gateway to the Indian Ocean. An aquatic playground envied worldwide for the unique obstacle free expanse of water and consistent local winds. Home to over 2800 enthusiastic members of all ages, Fremantle Sailing Club is a community dedicated to the ocean. Strong Activity Sections drive the Club with events for enthusiasts year round, from learning to sail to weekend cruises, world class regattas to diving expeditions, twilight sails to safety training, hooking a marlin to beating a drum. There is an activity for everyone. Fremantle, Western Australia

The Club caters for both Social members and Sailing members, with a strong emphasis on family involvement, and GBYC is an accredited Sail Training Establishment. Situated in Busselton in the south west of Western Australia, the Geographe Bay Yacht Club overlooks the vast expanse of sheltered water from which the club takes it's name. It commands a superlative vantage point on the long stretch of sand for which Geographe Bay is renowned, and is only a short distance from the town centre. Busselton, Western Australia

Geraldton Yacht Club was established in 1914 and welcomes new members of all ages. There are many friendly faces who are more than happy to welcome you and show you around the club. Geraldton, Western Australia

Hampton Harbour Boat and Sailing Club (HHBSC), established in November 1967, is situated on The Esplanade at Dampier Harbour; which is the gateway to the magnificent Dampier Archipelago offering exceptional scenery, beaches, sailing, fishing and diving. Regardless of weather conditions, there are always many protected bays to relax, unwind and take in nature's beauty. With a membership of over 800 and an active and committed committee the club continues to respond to changing times and to provide amenities of a high standard. Dampier, Western Australia

Hillarys Yacht Club offers the best of the best when it comes to activities on and off the water for you and your family and a range of membership options are available to suit everyone. Since forming in 1986 the club has always prided itself on and has maintained its relaxed and informal atmosphere, whether its taking part in a water sport, attending any of the club's social activities or just enjoying the ocean views on a summer's afternoon from the club's verandah or the back of your boat. Hillarys, Western Australia

An hospitable and friendly sailing club located in an idyllic location, Jervoise Bay Sailing Club is very welcoming to families. Jervoise Bay Sailing Club is just minutes from the Cities of Cockburn and Fremantle both of which have proud and long association with the sport of sailing. The clubs sailing areas are situated in Owen Anchorage, which is protected by Woodmans Point. This means unobstructed breezes with flat water, which is ideal for sailing. The "boat launch ramp/beach crossing" at Jervoise Bay Sailing Club offers excellent access to Cockburn Sound and to nearby islands while behind Jervoise Bay Beach is the John Graham Recreation Reserve. Club has the only coastal metro sailing protected from the sea-breeze chop. Expansive lawn & protected swimming beach are backed by natural bushland. It is a SAILING club for beach cats, shallow draft trailer sailers and some sailing dinghies. Coogee, WA Australia

Koombana Bay Sailing Club is the centre of sailing in the South West of Western Australia. Located on Anchorage Cove in Bunbury, the club overlooks Koombana Bay, ideal for twilight sailing, junior and senior racing. The club takes pride in promoting the sport of yachting to all age groups at any level of fitness and expertise with training and sailing for juniors to adults whether its on your boat or crewing on one of the yachts. Club members can enjoy first class boat facilities and club rooms in a friendly, social atmosphere. Come and experience the thrill of sailing at the Koombana Bay Sailing Club! Bunbury, WA Australia

Located in the heart of Mandurah and the Peel region the club has unrivalled boating access to the Indian Ocean, Harvey Estuary and Peel inlet, Serpentine and Murray Rivers. The Club prides itself on its magnificent facilities and friendly membership. The Club House features a very social Marina Bar, a relaxing Sundowner Lounge, an extremely large Galley Restaurant, an Ocean View Boardroom overlooking the Indian Ocean, the recently renovated Dolphin View Room and the Hook Café with outdoor BBQ facilities. The Club operates a modern 220 bay floating marina system and has 115 hardstand bays with an additional 30 hardstand bays for visitors. Our water activities are extensive and inclusive, we have a large junior sailing section with a full time professional coach, excellent access to fishing with a club boat available for members, well organised power boat events which include competitive time trials and social events and a growing keelboat fleet which includes Soling, JAM, Division 1 and Cruising. Mandurah, WA Australia

A family oriented club which offers small boat racing, training, and social activities. Located on the Swan River less than 5 km from the centre of Perth. We sail a variety of classes, from the single handed Laser, Sabre and Spiral , to a number of two-handed dinghies including Mirrors and 125s, and the popular trailer-sailer Hartley TS 16. uniors also have the opportunity to try their hand at sailing the ever-popular Mirror, an ideal training dinghy, plus the single-handed Minnow. MYC is a family oriented club, with a strong emphasis on enjoyment and helping those who want to learn to sail. Maylands, Western Australia

Mounts Bay Sailing Club, appropriately named from the beautiful bay which was once located at the foot of Mt. Eliza on the Swan River near the heart of Perth, provides one of the most spectacular views of the city of Perth and is a popular venue for functions. Regular racing for all dinghy classes including Mudlarks, Open BICS, Flying Ants, Cherubs, GP14's, Sharpies, 29ers, 49ers and 18' Skiffs is conducted every Sunday rom October through to April. A cruiser fleet also competes every Friday night during the season for a twilight series. The club offers learn to sail classes for juniors and adults, and has a variety of social activities. Above all, Mounts Bay Sailing Club maintains a wonderful family atmosphere. Pelican Point Crawley, WA Australia

Situated on the foreshore of the Swan River at Nedlands, with wide grassy lawns and sandy beaches, the Nedlands Yacht Club is an ideal location for sailing. We are a family oriented club encouraging juniors and families into the sport and we can teach you to sail or improve your sailing skills though accredited courses. We cater for juniors, intermediate and advanced sailors. The club bar and picturesque setting make the club an ideal place for a relaxing drink or to host your special function. Nedlands, Perth, Western Australia

The Ocean Reef Sea Sports Club is a family boating and social club overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean and Ocean Reef Boat Harbour, just 25 minutes north of Perth. There are two function rooms, restaurant and fully licensed bar, outside patio and lawn area with playground for the children. As a member you are entitled to enter into the monthly angling competitions or race your yacht on Saturdays. Alternatively you may care to cruise with the Power Boat Section, or catch crays with the divers, or you may just want to take advantage of the beautiful views while enjoying a relaxing social time. Ocean Reef, Western Australia

Gaff Rig Sailing in Western Australia. The Association aims to promote activities in Western Australia for traditional boats, particularly those with gaff, gunter and lug rigs but also classic boats of all types, as well as to support interest in Australia’s maritime heritage. We organise sailing, racing and meetings both on and off the water for gaff rigged boats and host the annual Old Gaffers Association Swan River Regatta. We are based in Perth but aim to attract members and to organise events throughout the region. We hold regular bi-monthly meetings and arrange visits, forums and social events to support members in building, restoring and sailing traditional boats, and to enjoy the company of like-minded people. Western Australia

The Perth Dinghy Sailing Club was formed in 1903 and is situated in Crawley, opposite the University of Western Australia on the Swan River. It has a long and distinguished history in dinghy sailing due to its idyllic surrounds and the friendliness and enthusiasm of its members. Sailing is usually conducted on Saturday afternoons from mid October to Easter. Anyone who is interested in sailing, or supporting club activities, should come to the club on a Saturday afternoon and approach any member. Crawley, WA Australia

The Perth Flying Squadron is located on the northern shore of the Swan River in Dalkeith just 5 kilometres from the city of Perth. The Club overlooks the widest stretch of the river which is the major venue for competitive yachting, power boating and water sports. The Club provides a friendly base for both sail and power boat owners with a wide range of regattas, racing and social events. It has sail training in summer for children. Clubhouse facilities are among the best on the river and the Club provides pen, hard standing and undercover storage for every class of boat at very competitive rates. New members are especially welcome. Nedlands, WA Australia

Tucked into the southeast corner of the Dawesville Cut with panoramic views looking down the Harvey Estuary is the Port Bouvard Yacht Club (PBYC). The clubs sailing season kicks off in October and ends in May. A Junior and Youth training programme is held at the beginning of the season in the October school holidays. Casual sailing is held every Sunday afternoon with club races typically fortnightly. The predominant class of boats are currently the Pelican for the Juniors, 420's for the Youth sailors, Flying fifteens and a number of different classes of catamarans for the Adults. Dawesville, WA Australia

The Princess Royal Sailing Club forms part of the proud maritime history in the city of Albany. The benefits for you and your family are that you will enjoy the atmosphere of a family club. Saturdays are our sailing days from October to June and you are most welcome to come and join us on the water as a crew member or as a social sailor. If racing is not your cup of tea a group of more seasoned sailors, our Cruising division, depart from the Club every Wednesday morning for a leisurely cruise and you are more than welcome to join them. We run regular Yachting Australia Basic Sailing 1&2 courses during the summer for young people from 9 years on. Albany, WA Australia

Active racing for cruisers, one-designs and dinghy fleets. At Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club our focus is not just winning; we hope to inspire individuals to be active and participate. The primary objective of our Club is to provide encouragement of amateur to professional level yachting and boating activities including hosting and organising local, national and international yachting and powerboat events. Peppermint Grove, Western Australia

Founded in 1841, Royal Perth is one of the world's most prestigious yacht clubs, and its social and racing calendars are packed with high profile events. The Club offers an unbeatable blend of experience, location and resources to ensure that your needs are met both on the water and in the Club House. The Club's established history is based on a deep sense of tradition which was further enhanced by the winning of the 1983 Challenge for the America's Cup. We offer an extensive sailing programme for keelboats and dinghies all year round. The club also offers Sail Training and Powerboat Courses. Crawley, Western Australia

Founded in 1947 on the shores of the picturesque Safety Bay, the Safety Bay Yacht Club is the oldest Yacht Club in the Rockingham Area. Located less than three kilometres from Penguin Island the waters for this off the beach class specialist club provide ample opportunity for the experienced and learned sailor to perfect their skills in the world's greatest sport of all, sailing. Our members are currently sailing F18 and Windrush 14 Catamarans the vast options with the Laser fleet as well as the new Shark which has been converted from the Sabre fleet, not to forget our Junior fleet who sail the Open Bic and Mirror classes. We welcome all off the beach class sailors to join our family orientated club. The Safety Bay Yacht Club hosts a wide variety of regattas and social events throughout the year. Rockingham, Western Australia

A family sailing club offering racing, sail training for juniors & adults, and social activities. Since the Shelley Sailing Club was established on the Canning River in 1974 it has provided the focal point for many people to learn the art of sailing in a club which caters specifically for family sailing. Family sailing has a high priority at the Shelley Club and classes which enable all members of the family to participate are sailed at the Club. These classes include Catamarans, Herons, Flying Ants, Lasers, Mudlarks, and Minnows. Sailing is conducted at the Club on Sundays commencing mid-October through to April. Sailing on the Canning River, Perth, WA Australia

Established in 1945, South of Perth Yacht Club is located at Coffee Point, Applecross, eight kilometres south of Perth, Western Australia. Located less than 10 minutes from Perth CBD, the Club has land & water pens, slipway, swing moorings, disabled sailors hoist, ample car parking, restaurant with views across Swan and Canning Rivers to Perth city, three bars, alfresco dining & function centre. To promote boating, the club offers a wide range of services for boat owners. These include under cover storage for racing dinghies, hard standing for trailerable yachts and powerboats, water pens for boats to 25 metres, swing moorings and slipping facilities. An onsite chandlery "Canning River Traders" assists members with maintenance and other boating needs. Coffee Point, Applecross, Western Australia

The Club offers a range of activities such as Angling and Power Boating events and competitions, with regular entertainment and indoor and outdoor entertaining areas with reasonable prices. Drop in and experience the Swan Yacht Club - we are sure you'll receive a warm welcome from our staff and we hope you enjoy your visit. East Fremantle, WA Australia

The Cruising Yacht Club of WA (Inc.) is a private club for the use and enjoyment by its members and guests. Situated south of Perth on the shore of Cockburn Sound, the club enjoys a mild climate and protected waters ideal for the enjoyment of the sea. The Club offers excellent restaurant and function facilities, along with fully licenced bar at the clubhouse. A strong Junior Sailing program is active with solid representation in National and State championships. TCYC is dedicated to providing a friendly family atmosphere as well as providing a healthy competion for keel boat and dinghy sailors at all levels. Rockingham, Western Australia

Welcome to the Western Australian Speed Boat Club. "The thunder on the Swan" has been part of the local boat racing scene since 1949. The WA Speed Boat Club has raced at Matilda Bay (Crawley), Coode Street (South Perth) and at Heirisson Island before moving to their present location - at the Burswood Water Sports Centre in Camfield Drive, in front of the Burswood Resort and Casino. Several different race boat classes compete at every meeting and speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour (160 kilometers per hour) are regularly attained by the top boats. Burswood, WA Australia

Calendar of Events, News, Racing Information and much more. Yachting WA is the peak body for all forms of sailing and boating in Western Australia. It is a diverse organisation with key responsibilities that facilitate the management and development of boating in WA. The existence of Yachting WA is pivotal to the health and development of the sport in WA.